Pedal Commander® Throttle Response Controller for Volkswagen Golf

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$299.99  $329.99 

Pedal Commander® Throttle Response Controller for Volkswagen Golf

Real Customer Reviews
$299.99  $329.99 

The Most Advanced Throttle Response Controller The Most Advanced Throttle Response Controller


Pedal Commander® is the world’s best-selling throttle response controller. It connects to the drive-by-wire gas pedal using a quality harness with OEM plugs, intercepting and remapping the factory signal to eliminate throttle lag. With four driving modes—Eco, City, Sport, and Sport+—and nine adjustment levels in each, you get total control over your Volkswagen Golf’s throttle response. Experience instant acceleration, smoother power delivery, and a more engaging drive with zero pedal delay.

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2-Year Warranty

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The Pedal Commander® throttle response controller is compatible with all Volkswagen Golf trim levels and submodels—

GTI, GTI 1.8T, GTI 2.0T, GTI 2.0T 380 Autobahn, GTI 2.0T 380, GTI 2.0T Rabbit Edition, GTI 20th Anniversary Edition, GTI Autobahn, GTI Drivers Edition, GTI Wolfsburg Edition, S, SE, SEL, GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI, TSI Wolfsburg Edition, Alltrack, R32, R, R Black Edition, R 20th Anniversary Edition, SportWagen S, SportWagen SE, SportWagen SEL, SportWagen Alltrack, etc.

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WHY DO YOU NEED PEDAL COMMANDER® ?

REMOVE THROTTLE LAG

REMOVE THROTTLE LAG

REMOVE THROTTLE LAG

Say goodbye to the throttle delay. With Pedal Commander®, you can eliminate throttle lag and make your car respond to throttle inputs immediately, resulting in instant power delivery and faster acceleration.

4 MODES AND 36 SETTINGS

4 MODES AND 36 SETTINGS

4 MODES AND 36 SETTINGS

The Pedal Commander® has four modes and 36 settings: Eco, City, Sport, and Sport+. Each mode has nine additional settings you can fine-tune to your liking, making it a must-have Volkswagen Golf upgrade for your different driving needs.

Add-On Vehicle Security

Add-On Vehicle Security

Add-On Vehicle Security

Pedal Commander® has a built-in anti-theft feature. Subscribe to the service (costs less than a burger! ), set up the Anti-Theft mode, and safeguard your Volkswagen Golf with a single tap whenever you need! Learn More.

IMPROVE FUEL EFFICIENCY

IMPROVE FUEL EFFICIENCY

IMPROVE FUEL EFFICIENCY

With Eco mode's significantly slow response combined with fuel-efficient driving habits, Pedal Commander® can increase your Volkswagen Golf’s MPG. Making it perfect for daily commutes and long drives where fuel savings are crucial.

EASY INSTALLATION

EASY INSTALLATION

EASY INSTALLATION

Pedal Commander® offers a simple, plug-and-play installation process that takes around 15 minutes without needing special tools.

WARRANTY FRIENDLY

WARRANTY FRIENDLY

WARRANTY FRIENDLY

Pedal Commander® will not void the warranty on your Volkswagen Golf or leave any traces behind on your ECU.

Box Content

Box Content

Box Content

Pedal Commander® Bluetooth Accelerator Response Controller, Instructions, Mounting Bracket, Alcohol Wipes

ENHANCED SECURITY WITH ANTI-THEFT MODE

Pedal Commander featuring anti-theft protection

Pedal Commander® comes with a subscription-based*, built-in anti-theft mode for the times when you have to leave your vehicle unattended, adding an extra layer of security. The anti-theft mode locks up the throttle system completely and prevents unauthorized control of your vehicle.

Make sure your Pedal Commander® unit is successfully paired with your mobile device via our mobile app. After subscribing to the service and completing a simple, three-step calibration procedure, you can start using the mode. Pedal Commander®’s anti-theft mode renders your vehicle’s throttle system completely inoperable, ensuring it stays immobile and secure**.

Ensure that your unit is successfully paired with the mobile app to activate the anti-theft mode.

Click here to learn how to calibrate the Anti-Theft mode.


* Pedal Commander® anti-theft feature costs $0.99 for a monthly recurring subscription and $9.99 for an annual subscription.

** DISCLAIMER: Pedal Commander®’s anti-theft mode is an extra security measure and does not guarantee a complete prevention of vehicle theft. Learn More.

Pedal Commander®

AWARDS & CERTIFICATES

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

Indicates that the electromagnetic radiation from the Pedal Commander® unit is below the limits specified by the Federal Communications Commission.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

Indicates that Pedal Commander® meets strict emission standards set by the California Air Resources Board.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

Pedal Commander® is a proud member of the Specialty Equipment Market Association and has been awarded numerous times.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

CE Certification: Certifies that Pedal Commander® meets Europe’s health, safety, and environmental standards.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

SDC Data Award: Pedal Commander® has been awarded for its data management excellence by SEMA Data Co-op.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

National Standards Autority of Ireland Certificate: Pedal Commander® has been certified for meeting quality and safety standards set by Ireland's official standards body NSAI.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

SEMA Packaging Design Award: Pedal Commander® has been awarded by SEMA for its packaging design.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

CE Certification: Certifies that Pedal Commander® meets Europe’s health, safety, and environmental standards.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

ISO Certification: Indicates that Pedal Commander® meets globally recognized quality standards.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

TUV Austria Certification: Certifies that our company and product meet certain local and global requirements through strict testing and inspection.

Pedal Commander® awards and certificates

ISED Certification: Validates that the Pedal Commander® complies with Canadian regulatory standards for wireless equipment.

Volkswagen Golf

ONLY IMPROVEMENT THE ICONIC HATCH NEEDS
Pedal Commander® for Volkswagen Golf

The Volkswagen Golf is the world’s first-ever compact hatchback, and it has become a cultural phenomenon worldwide. From fuel-efficient everyday models to fun GTIs and wild R32s and Rs, the Golf answers almost all car-related questions. Unfortunately for the iconic hatch, the modern ones use a drive-by-wire gas pedal, which causes a throttle lag, even in the top-of-the-line sporty models. The Golf writes the rules for a compact hatchback, and we have the ultimate solution to refine it with no throttle lag.

To restore the old-school, instant throttle feel in your modern Golf, all you need is the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller. It directly connects to the OEM pedal travel sensor and modifies the signal with vehicle-specific software. Pedal Commander® gives you four driving modes and 36 individual levels to dial in the perfect throttle response precisely. Anything from better economy to full power delivery is at your fingertips. You can also protect your Golf with the best add-on vehicle security system: Pedal Commander®’s built-in Anti-Theft mode!

MK8 (2022+)
MK7 (2015-2021)
MK6 (2010-2014)
MK5 (2003-2008)
MK4 (2000-2003)
MK4 (2000-2003)
The 8th-generation Volkswagen Golf boasts a sleek and handsome design with all the advanced technology you’d expect in a modern car. It continues to be the benchmark for a compact hatchback and offers immense flexibility with its engines: You can get anything from efficiency to wild power in your MK8. The Pedal Commander® throttle response controller is the ultimate plug-and-play performance upgrade for the MK8 Golf, regardless of its engine.
From the immensely practical SportWagen to the power junkie R, the MK7 Volkswagen Golf ticks all the boxes when it comes to a compact hatchback. Regardless of the body type, trim level, or engine you have in your MK6, the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller is the ultimate plug-in upgrade that instantly transforms the way you drive, for the better.
The MK6 Volkswagen Golf is a handsome and practical hatchback with engines that offer efficiency with potent TDIs to turbocharged power with TSIs. No matter which one you have, the high-MPG ones or the fantastic Golf R with the powerful TSI, the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller is the only plug-and-play upgrade that significantly improves your driving experience.
The MK5 Golf, also known as the Rabbit in North America, elevates the iconic hatchback with a potent chassis and a wide array of engines with efficient and reliable TDIs to turbocharged TSIs. A VR6 still powers the special R32, and there is even an advanced twincharger 1.4-liter with both a turbocharger and a supercharger in some variants. No matter your Golf or Rabbit’s engine, you can unlock a better driving experience with the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller.
The MK4 Volkswagen Golf set the benchmark for a modern compact hatchback. It comes with handsome styling and practical interiors. A plethora of engine options power the little hatch, from the high-MPG TDIs and turbocharged four-cylinders all the way up to the iconic VR6 powering the almighty R32. No matter which Golf MK4 you have, the only upgrade you need is the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller to reliably and significantly improve its performance.
The MK4 Volkswagen Golf set the benchmark for a modern compact hatchback. It comes with handsome styling and practical interiors. A plethora of engine options power the little hatch, from the high-MPG TDIs and turbocharged four-cylinders all the way up to the iconic VR6 powering the almighty R32. No matter which Golf MK4 you have, the only upgrade you need is the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller to reliably and significantly improve its performance.

WHAT IS THROTTLE LAG?

When you first press down on the accelerator, there is a delay before anything actually happens. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) systems cause this as they take the signal from the accelerator pedal when you press it and send it to the vehicle’s ECU. All of this process causes a delay called throttle lag. Besides, manufacturers deliberately leave the delay there because it makes the vehicle suitable for various types of drivers.

Some may need such precautions, but the delay may become frustrating in some scenarios. Pedal Commander® is the easiest and most effective solution for Volkswagen Golf drivers who want power instantly.

PC09 / Volkswagen / Golf / MK8 (2022+) / (1.0L TSI - 1.4L TSI - 1.5L TSI - 2.0L TSI GTI - 2.0L TSI R - 1.5L CNG TGI - 1.0L mild Hybrid Turbo - 1.4L PHEV Turbo - 1.5L mild Hybrid Turbo - 2.0L TDI)

HOW DOES PEDAL COMMANDER® IMPROVE YOUR CAR?

Modern vehicles have electronic throttle systems. Contrary to the old cable throttles, where the pedal was physically connected to the throttle valve, new drive-by-wire systems are completely controlled by the vehicle’s ECU. On top of that, the throttle valve’s opening speed and how much it opens are regulated by the manufacturer’s settings. All of this process and electronic control causes a delay in the initial throttle response, called throttle lag. 

The Pedal Commander® throttle response controller modifies the signal from the throttle position sensor. The modified signal transmitted to the ECU makes the throttle valve fully open when you floor the gas pedal, and it also changes the speed the valve operates. This eliminates the unwelcome throttle lag. Pedal Commander® also allows you to customize your Golf’s throttle response with its four driving modes with nine increments on each mode.

Pedal Commander for Volkswagen Golf

WHY CHOOSE PEDAL COMMANDER®?

If you’re into modding your car, you must be no stranger to throttle response controllers. There are numerous options available, and here are the reasons why you should choose the Pedal Commander® throttle response controller instead of other offerings.

  • Most Advanced Internals: Pedal Commander® throttle response controller comes with the most advanced chip available on the throttle controller market today. It has better processing power compared to the competition.
  • Highly Customizable: Pedal Commander® has four driving modes: Eco, City, Sport, and Sport+. Each mode has nine increment levels, meaning you have 36 individual throttle settings to choose from. This level of customization enables you to adapt your car to various driving conditions and find the perfect spot for your driving style.
  • Improved Fuel Economy: When combined with fuel-efficient driving habits, Pedal Commander®’s Eco mode enables you to save fuel up to 15-20%.
  • Quick and Easy Installation: Pedal Commander® has a hassle-free installation process. It comes packed with everything you need, and the process is DIY-friendly. It is mostly a 15-minute job requiring no special tools or cutting or splicing wires.
  • Easy-to-Use Interface: Pedal Commander®’s controller unit is easy to understand and use. You can also pair it with your mobile phone and control the throttle sensitivity via our mobile app.
  • Peace of Mind: Pedal Commander® is tested and certified by leading organizations in the automotive industry. It has FCC, CARB, TUV, CE, and ISO certifications and has been awarded by SEMA many times. More than 15,000 4.9-star reviews from our customers prove it is a safe and reliable upgrade that significantly improves your vehicle.
PC09 / Volkswagen / Golf / MK8 (2022+) / (1.0L TSI - 1.4L TSI - 1.5L TSI - 2.0L TSI GTI - 2.0L TSI R - 1.5L CNG TGI - 1.0L mild Hybrid Turbo - 1.4L PHEV Turbo - 1.5L mild Hybrid Turbo - 2.0L TDI)

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WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

You may think that many similar controllers make the same claims as we do. Why should you choose us over the competition? Let us explain in a nutshell:
  • Best of Both Worlds: Power or economy. Pedal Commander® unlocks faster acceleration off the line OR offers driving efficiency. The choice is at your fingertips.
  • Tailored Performance: No one-size-fits-all approach. Each unit is programmed specifically for the application. The programming is tailored to your vehicle, and you can further customize your driving experience with Pedal Commander®’s fully configurable driving modes.
  • Compact and Sleek: The Pedal Commander®'s controller unit is compact, so it does not cause clutter inside the cabin. You can also tuck it away from sight and control it via Bluetooth.
  • No Major Mods Needed: Pedal Commander® does not require any additional upgrades or major changes, and it works with what your vehicle already has, keeping your manufacturer’s warranty intact.

    • PRODUCT INSTALLATIONS

    Watch the video to learn about the simple installation process.
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    NOT YOUR VEHICLE?

    If the video above does not show your specific application, don’t worry.
    The basic steps of the Pedal Commander® installation are always the same regardless of the vehicle's make and model:
  • Turn off the ignition and wait 10-15 minutes with your driver's door open to allow your ECU to shut down.
  • Disconnect your accelerator pedal assembly plug, then plug in the heads to connectors on the Pedal Commander® harness.
  • Clean up the area where you want to mount the control unit with the alcohol wipe. Stick the bracket with the supplied velcro.
  • After you make sure the cables are secure and won't be tangled, you are ready to enjoy Pedal Commander®.
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    INFLUENCERS & ATHLETES

    Corey Funk

    Influencer

    In sport mode, there's a huge difference!

    Corey Funk

    Odi Bakchis

    Professional Drifter

    It's not laggy. It feels like a racecar; you get a response!

    Odi Bakchis

    Tony Fergusson

    UFC Fighter

    This is awesome. Whoever made this is a genius.

    Tony Fergusson

    Destin Cantre

    Influencer

    Soon as you try it, you're sold.

    Destin Cantre

    Cadence Cowan

    Off-Road Racer

    Better throttle response with holeshots.

    Cadence Cowan

    Matt Field

    Formula Drift Driver

    I definitely notice the difference!

    Matt Field

    Kill Bambi

    Influencer

    I recommend you get one if you like to Full Send It!

    Kill Bambi

    Mikey Garcia

    Professional Boxer

    It's very responsive, and it's crazy!

    Mikey Garcia

    Jose Estrada

    MMA Fighter

    I recommend everybody get one!

    Jose Estrada

    Cowboy Cerrone

    Professional Fighter

    Throttle on full kill, you'll be golden!

    Cowboy Cerrone

    Blake Wilkey

    Influencer

    These little units are top-notch.

    Blake Wilkey

    Capron Funk

    Influencer

    It's like turning a regular car into a Ferrari!

    Capron Funk

    Chris Harikian

    Influencer

    I'm never going to drive it in the zero mode again!

    Chris Harikian

    Emelia Hartford

    Influencer

    Once you get used to it, I can't see driving without it!

    Emelia Hartford

    Freshhkiicks

    Influencer

    It's Kicks approved!

    Freshhkiicks

    Gigi Papasavvas

    Influencer

    It's really responsive!

    Gigi Papasavvas

    Matt Jensen

    Influencer

    It's so much more instant!

    Matt Jensen

    Ruckus Company

    Influencer

    Still surprised even knowing it had increased response!

    Ruckus Company

    Suited Racer Dre

    Influencer

    It's faster; ,it's more responsive!

    Suited Racer Dre

    Shawn Illingworth

    Influencer

    It feels like it added 50 horsepower!

    Shawn Illingworth
    Pedal Commander®

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